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Dr. Gregory Petersen, MD

Aurora, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Petersen, Hospitalist in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Gregory Petersen, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO. Dr. Petersen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Petersen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Petersen’s office at (619) 543-6268.

    What languages does Dr. Petersen speak?

    Dr. Petersen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Petersen typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Petersen diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Petersen. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Joint Fusion Status
    • Surgical Joint Fusion
    • Arthrodesis History
    • Fused Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z981: Arthrodesis status

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Petersen typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Gregory Petersen may include:

    Please contact Dr. Petersen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Petersen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Petersen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-6268 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Petersen accept in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Petersen in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Petersen's office located?

    Dr. Gregory Petersen's Primary Practice

    12605 E 16th Ave

    Aurora, CO 80045

    (619) 543-6268

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    What is Dr. Petersen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Petersen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518544857.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Petersen?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Petersen

    What is Dr. Gregory Petersen's specialty?

    Dr. Petersen is a Hospitalist near Aurora, CO.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is this Dr. Gregory Petersen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Petersen is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital, Banner Wyoming Medical Center, Hca Healthone Presbyterian St. Luke’s which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Gregory Petersen accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Gregory Petersen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gregory Petersen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Petersen's office at (619) 543-6268 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gregory Petersen?

    Please contact Dr. Petersen's office at (619) 543-6268 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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